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76ers' Roster Plan Amid All-Star Break Revealed

Originally posted on Athlon Sports
By Christian Alamodin | Last updated Feb 16, 2026 7:46 PM ET

Jabari Walker has carved out a spot for himself in the Philadelphia 76ers' rotation after the Portland Trail Blazers released him and the Sixers signed him on a two-way deal in the summer. He's become a key component in Nick Nurse's squad, averaging 12.1 minutes in the 45 games he's played this season.

Walker is putting up respectable numbers as a rotation option for Philadelphia this season, averaging 3.7 points on 40.3% shooting, 3.1 rebounds and 0.5 assists a game. His December 5 performance against the Milwaukee Bucks, where he put up 18 points, two rebounds, one assist and one steal, is a particular highlight.

With the postseason approaching and the Sixers preparing for a late push for a better playoff position, they made a roster decision that will keep him in the team for quite some time.

Philadelphia 76ers forward Jabari Walker (33) looks to make a play against the New York Knicks.Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Jabari Walker Secures Long-Term Deal with Philadelphia 76ers

NBA insider Shams Charania broke the news that the Sixers are interested in tying the 23-year-old to a two-year deal. He pointed to Walker playing all of the eligible NBA games in his two-way contract as a factor in the front office's decision.

The Philadelphia 76ers intend to sign forward Jabari Walker to a new two-year contract, sources tell ESPN. 76ers and Klutch Sports' Rich Paul and Anthony Fields negotiated the new deal for Walker, who earned a rotation role after maxing out the games allowed on his two-way deal. pic.twitter.com/1f0Qcxwiv6
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 16, 2026

Walker is an undersized power forward at 6'7" and couldn't stretch the floor with his 3-point shooting (27% this season). However, he proved himself valuable in defense and other aspects of the game, which is why the Sixers decided to keep him for two seasons.

Nurse and the coaching staff are also banking on Walker's continuous development.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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